We're proud to partner with local and regional producers to stock our shelves. The businesses highlighted below are the farmers, producers, and cooperatives where we source our products!
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Baker Street Bread Co.
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 1992
In 1992, two brothers created Philadelphia’s first artisan bread bakery. Using old-world techniques and all-natural ingredients, the baking team was committed to putting the flavor —and heart — back into bread.
The result was bread so outstanding it would be a crime to corrupt it with additives and preservatives.
Soon a number of national and local awards followed, and they were baking bread and rolls for the region's best restaurants and hotels.
Crust Vegan Bakery
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2015
When both co-founders went vegan ten years ago, they taught themselves how to make their favorite baked goods from scratch. Then in 2015, they opened Crust Vegan Bakery, selling their all natural, homemade vegan treats.
They are a queer, woman-owned, and operated business that prides itself on their commitment to sustainability. They are also fierce advocates for justice, donating 5- 10% of their profit and products to causes that support human, animal, and environmental liberation.
Gaeta's Italian Bakery
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 1932
The Gaeta’s Tomato Pie recipe goes back to 1932 when the two Scalea sisters, Mary and Lena, started prepping & baking the historic tomato pies using their family recipe, a repetitive process, and a work ethic that was second to none. They used only the best ingredients, never cut corners, and always put their customers first. Gaeta's has had a couple owners since then, and each owner has respectfully paid homage to the Scale Sisters and honored their family with the same tomato pies that generations have grown to love. Gaeta's commitment to the highest quality products, attention to detail, and a laser focus on customer satisfaction has laid the foundation for decades of spectacular Tomato Pies.
High Fidelity Bakery
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2020
High Fidelity Bakery is a passion project started by Brady Hatin, a life-long advocate of the vegan lifestyle and the father of an amazing (but very glutenintolerant) daughter. He chose to leave behind an established career in the traditional bakery business to develop and refine the best vegan and GF recipes you can find together with his partner Janette. Their two daughters are their taste testers, quality control experts, and approvers of final recipes.
High Fidelity wants their customers to feel rewarded for their lifestyle choices and dietary restrictions, not punished. They test, workshop, mix, and master every recipe to ensure they are every bit as delicious as their non plant-based or GF alternatives.
Merzbacher's Bakery
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2013
In 2013, Merzbacher's Bakery (formerly Philly Bread) started when founder Pete Merzbacher could not find the type of bread he wanted to eat anywhere in Philadelphia. So, he decided to bake it himself!
Today, Merzbacher's is best known for their Philly Muffin, but they also bake bagels, baguettes, burger buns, pullman loaves, focaccia, and ciabatta out of their newly-renovated bakery and retail space in Germantown.
My Dad's Cookies
Started in Long Island, NY in 2010
My Dad’s Cookies was created in 2010 with the hope of providing children with celiac disease the option to eat cookies that look and taste like the favorites they can no longer have. Children and adults alike will not have to avoid the dessert table at birthday parties or family gatherings any longer. Through their refined design and taste, their cookies don’t look or taste any different than products that contain gluten. Using the best ingredients, they have created a product that is allergy friendly towards several different dietary restrictions, including lactose free, nut free and Kosher. After three years of countless hours spent perfecting their recipes, My Dad’s Cookies continues to help and support those with celiac disease.
Noshes by Sherri
Started in Yardley, PA in 2018
Pharmacists by day, Bakers by night, Noshes By Sherri is here to take you on an adventure of epic flavors & delicious desserts! Home of the most authentic Jewish baked goods, Noshes By Sherri's better-than-bubbe's recipes are sure to delight!
Noshes by Sherri locally sources their apples and eggs that they use in their desserts.
They are best known for their Famous Jewish Apple Cake as well as their irresistible Mandel Bread, Rugelach, Hamantaschen, and Mango Lime Pop Tarts!
Plants on Fire
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2019
Plants on Fire was born out of the desire for a minimal-ingredient vegan protein bar. While working at a gym in 2019, Founder Danielle began experimenting with different recipes and brought prototypes in for her colleagues to try. She landed on a base of dates, almonds, and pea protein, and soon began selling the protein balls to other employees and gym members. The business has since grown to be stocked in multiple local retailers and has been featured in design publication The Dieline.
Plants on Fire protein balls have no added sweeteners or fillers, are gluten free, and deliver on taste with flavors like Snickerdoodle, Cookie Dough, Chunky Peanut Butter, and Almond Butter + Jelly.
RUANI
Started in Washington, DC in 2022
(and is now in Philadelphia, PA)
RUANI'S Chef Anirudh is thrilled to be able to present RUANI’s signature brownie, bridging the gap between healthy eating and sinful snacking. RUANI is on an exciting mission to bring you delicious desserts that tantalize the tastebuds while working wonders on your gut health. They aim to do more than join the all-natural movement – they envision revolutionizing the industry, one heavenly bite at a time!
Free from gluten, dairy, refine sugar, GMOs and harmful chemicals, the brand is based on a set of four simple principles: uncompromising quality, clean, simple ingredients, catering to conscious consumers, and gut-healing deliciousness in every bite.
Whisked by Jenna
Started in Washington, DC in 2011
Jenna Huntsberger came to the East Coast from Oregon. She didn’t bring much but had all her mother’s recipes to keep her company and make new friends. It worked!
Since its launch in 2011, Whisked by Jenna has grown throughout the region. They do it right – everything is fresh-made from scratch using real and simple ingredients. Their cookies are all non-GMO, there's never any artificial preservatives or flavors.
Whisked by Jenna got its start at farmers' markets in Washington, DC and still participates there today. Of course, you can find them every day here at SPFC.
Organic Mechanics Soil Company
Started in West Chester, PA in 2006
Organic Mechanics Soil Company was founded to offer gardeners an earth-friendly, peat-free alternative to the peat-based potting soils typical of most soil companies. Environmental sustainability is a core value at Organic Mechanics. They utilize compost and coco coir to replace the peat moss in their soils. Most of their products are OMRI listed, all of their products are peat-free, and they utilize Rice Hulls in place of perlite in most blends. They add Compost and Worm Castings to most products to increase the microbial activity in soil, as living soils directly contribute to plant health and growth.
Sunbeam Candles
Started in Ithaca, NY in 2004
Since 2004, Sunbeam Candle's mission has been to create a beautifully handcrafted product with the least cost to mother earth.
They are a certified living wage employer and provide a work environment that maximizes the health and happiness of their employees.
Sunbeam Candles strives to be as green and clean as possible in all aspects of their business. Their shop is powered by 100% renewable energy and they ship through a carbon neutral program. Plus, no plastic! Their packing materials consist of 100% recyclable paper products.
They truly make earth-friendly candles!
Cards by SusanStarted in Philadelphia, PA in 2022
Susan is a team member here at South Philly Food Co-op who makes beautiful greeting cards & dried bouquets!
It all started with a hobby. When not at work, Susan loved making dried bouquets. These bouquets were a big hit amongst Susan's friends, so she decided to take the next step and start selling them! Susan's bouquets feature flowers from bouquets past their peek freshness and headed to the trash. She gives them a second life that will last way longer than fresh flowers. When the dried bouquets started to sell out, Susan added greeting cards to her small business! Susan's greeting cards and mini dried bouquets are available in our merch section.
AAJI'S
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2021
AAJI’S is a women-led family venture based in Philadelphia centered on their Aajis’ (grandmothers’) authentic and timeless Coastal Indian recipes.
Their first product, Tomato Lonsa (loan-sah), simmers fresh tomatoes with a distinct blend of spices to create a unique balance of sweet, savory, spicy, tart, and umami flavors. AAJI’S Lonsa can be used as a defining ingredient to deliciously uplift any meal. Scoop on eggs. Dip with bread. Toss with veggies. Top on chicken or fish. Spread on sandwiches. Or even cook with pastas, soups, chillis and more. There’s no wrong way to enjoy AAJI’S Lonsa!
Actually Natural
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2018
Founder Jessica noticed how her body was responding to the use of harsh household cleaning chemicals and made it her mission to change her lifestyle and home environment. Frustrated by the lack of transparency on product labels and lack of consumer protection, she started to question just about everything. Then came Actually Natural. It's not just a brand but also a statement of living— choosing transparency and chemical free every time.
Actually Natural is made with only 3 ingredients: vinegar derived from beets, ethanol derived from corn, and lavender EO derived from locally farmed lavender and hand-distilled into EO.
Artisan Exchange
Started in West Chester, PA in 2013
Artisan Exchange is a community of specialty food businesses in West Chester that offer authentic foods for a sustainable community.
Their mission is to provide an affordable environment that supports entrepreneurs committed to producing hand-crafted, sustainable foods while sharing sound business practices that have a positive social impact.
What began as a way to leverage their resources has evolved into a passion for helping people pursue their dreams and changing the way business is done!
Baba's Brew
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2015
In 2015, Baba's Brew's founder Olga Sorzano started her own kombucha brewing company after not being able to find high-quality kombucha in the area. As a young girl growing up in Siberia 35 years ago, she learned the art of brewing farm-tobottle seasonal kombucha with her great-grandmother, Baba.
Now, Baba's Brew only uses real, locally-grown, seasonal, and organic fruits, berries, herbs, and spices to infuse their brew. Their goal is to change the way people drink by providing healthy, nutritious, low sugar kombucha made with real ingredients, and no BS.
Bassetts Ice Cream
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 1861
As America's oldest ice cream brand, Bassetts Ice Cream has been in operation since 1861.
Today, generations later, they are still family-owned and operated. They are headquartered in Philadelphia and produce their ice cream in Johnstown, PA.
Bassetts only uses the freshest milk and cream from Pennsylvania born-and-bred cattle. They pride themselves on being the only original vendor still operating in the Reading Terminal Market since they opened their doors.
Càphê Roasters
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2018
Càphê Roasters is the first and only Vietnamese specialty coffee roaster and cafe, proudly operating in Kensington, Philadelphia.
Inspired by the Vietnamese phrase “đi uống cà phê” or “let’s get coffee,” Càphê Roasters has always wanted to spark community engagement and to bring communities together through the common interest for coffee.
All of their coffee is sourced from Vietnam and other Southeast & East Asian countries and are roasted to bring out the natural flavor profile of the beans for a wonderful drinking experience.
Christina Maser Co.
Started in Lancaster, PA in 2000
Christina Maser Co.'s story began in the ‘90s when their owner & founder Gretchen learned how to make jam. It was from not just a sincere desire, but a genuine need, to feed her children who experienced many food sensitivities at a time when finding “allergen-friendly” food items on the shelf was unheard of. Today, their mission is to create small batch products that tread lightly on the Earth. They aim to eliminate single use plastics from their packaging, opting instead for reusable, recyclable, and compostable materials. They strive to support their immediate community by sourcing supplies and ingredients as locally as possible, opting first for smaller, privately-owned growers, companies, and distributors.
Claudio's Specialty Foods
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 1962
The Claudio family has been serving specialty gourmet products to the wholesale and retail public for over 60 years, from their inception in the 1950s, when the late Italian immigrant Claudio Sr. and his wife Salvatrice started the family business. They have been family owned and operated ever since.
Consistent with their founding philosophy, they strive to serve the public with excellence.
They take pride in ensuring their clientele receives consistent top quality specialty products at reasonable prices.
Cocina DoradaCocina Dorada makes authentic Mexican cuisine. You can find their Tortilla Chips, Guacamole, Red Salsa, meals and more in many local grocery stores. You will never miss them at the Artisan Exchange Market every Saturday.
Dodah's Kitchen
Started in Washington, DC in 2017
With the goal of making deliciously disguised vegan soul food, Dodah's Kitchen started in Washington DC in 2017. Just two years later, they were distributing to over 100 community markets and co-ops throughout the Mid- Atlantic.
Dodah's prides itself on cooking vegan foods with soul, offering a unique Afro-veganism experience that other companies can't rival.
What inspires them most?
Tricking non-vegans into enjoying every last bite.
Dumpling Daughter
A family heirloom and an empowering companion for those who want to make authentic homestyle Chinese and Chinese American food at home.
Epic Pickles
Started in York County, PA in 2011
Epic was born in 2011 after Rob, the owner, tasted his first flavored pickle from a farmers market “pickle guy”. After many visits he decided to try making pickles for himself, just for kicks. But after neighbors started showing up at his door looking to buy his new creations, a business was soon born.
Now almost 10 years later, Epic can be found in ten mid-Atlantic states and as far south as Texas, not to mention nationwide via online sales. Everything is still made as it started… with fresh ingredients and by hand. That sentiment carries forward with their mission: Make it fresh, make it right, and make it Epic!
Fishtown Pickle
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2018
Fishtown Pickle Project was started by Dietitian Niki Toscani and Chef Mike Sicinski shortly after gifting handcrafted pickles to their wedding guests. Their mission is to honor old and new world traditions of handcrafted food production and to bring people together with good food that creates joy and is kind to the earth.
Fishtown Pickle Project specializes in handcrafted, small batch pickles that feature culinary-inspired flavors. Their pickles are made purposefully and with great care, using all parts of the cucumber and sourced locally whenever possible to minimize their footprint on the environment.
Fresh Tofu
Started in Allentown, PA in 1983
In 1983, Fresh Tofu Inc. opened its doors in Allentown, PA with the goal of serving high-quality tofu to the east coast and beyond.
They are a family-owned and operated business that prides itself on a commitment to sustainability and health.
Today they produce artisan, organic tofu and distribute other all natural soy products.
Golden Valley Farms Coffee Roasters is a family owned and operated artisan coffee roaster. With over 30 years of experience in coffee sales, national distribution, and branding, our roots in the coffee industry run deep. Golden Valley is a multi-generation family business!
Golden Valley Farms Coffee Roasters is the only Triple Certified coffee roaster in the country.
Greenstreet Coffee Company
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2011
Greenstreet Coffee Company seeks to ethically source top quality coffee from smallholder farmers and roast it to bring out it's intrinsic flavors for their customers to enjoy every sip.
They are a pioneer Philadelphia coffee roaster honing the craft of coffee with passion. Currently roasting in South Philly, Greenstreet prides itself on direct trade practices that allow for transparency from seed to cup. Chris Molieri started Greenstreet Coffee Roasters to offer a fresh approach to great coffee and sustainable business practices. It's this approach that allows for a positive impact on the developing countries that cultivate the beans that make their coffee great.
Growee FoodsDelicious plant-based dips and spreads made from simple all natural ingredients - fresh veggies, seeds and spices, packed in shelf stable glass jars. All of the taste, none of the guilt.
Habitat Farms
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2019
Habitat Farms is a nature-positive pantry provisions brand. Founders Andy Carrigan and Toby Lloyd's vision for the brand was to create a business that would directly plant beneficial grasses and flowers on farms supporting birds, bees, and other pollinators while helping restore natural vegetation and eco-balance where food is grown. Their small-batch jams and honey are made from natural ingredients and harvested from the best northeastern farms and local makers with no artificial flavors.
Their commitment to working with farmers to increase biodiversity, improve soil health and water quality, and reduce carbon will always be a part of the lifecycle of their products.
High Point Coffee Roasters
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2005
High Point Cafe was founded in 2005 to be the High Point of your Day with 2 shops in the Mt Airy section of the city. In 2012, they began roasting their own coffee using ethically sourced coffees from around the world.
Their focus is on unique, small growers and cooperatives that exhibit environmental stewardship and address the needs of their communities and the people in them.
High Point Coffees are sold as One True Pound because you should never have to skimp on good coffee.
Hound Dog Honey
Started in Glenmoore, PA in 2017
In 2017, Hound Dog Honey was on a mission to get the uniqueness of varietal honey out to the public. They took over a business from Honeybrook that sold different types of honey at a roadside stand. Instead of continuing the roadside stand, they took varietal honey to stores so more people could experience it.
Today they have about 30 different flavors of honey available at all times. The taste of varietals stays fairly consistent, as the honey is pulled from the hive after each flower blooms, and the bees are finished foraging for nectar.
Icaro Yerba Maté
Started in Baltimore, MD in 2020
Yerba Maté has been enjoyed in South America for hundreds of years as an energizing source of antioxidants packed with vitamins. The meaning of the word Icaro (Quechua: Ikaro) is "a magical healing song performed to induce amazement."
While growing up in the small mountain town in Peru, one of Icaro's founders, Sergio, would drink maté with people in town. It not only gave him energy, but a sense of community and belonging. Icaro Yerba Mate is excited to bring that feeling to the local community of Philadelphia.
Icaro Yerba Maté is brewed with the finest organic loose-leaf ingredients and gives 1% of sales for Arts Education in underfunded communities.
Inna's Pierogi Shop
Started in Lancaster, PA in 2018
Founder, Inna Kondramashin, remembers making pierogi with her Polish Grandma and Mama Tanya as a little girl. It was a family tradition and always will be. In 2018, Inna started making pierogi as a savory item on her menu (it was a pastry shop at that time serving Eastern European pastries). Very quickly, pierogi took over the menu!
The need for a healthier pierogi was important to Inna. Pierogi from Inna's Pierogi Shop are non-GMO and made with organic ingredients wherever possible.
Simply said, Inna doesn't just make comfort food pierogi but healthy comfort food pierogi!
JYOTI Natural Foods
Started in Crosby, Texas in 1979
(and is now in Sharon Hill, PA)
JYOTI Natural Foods was founded as a pioneering venture to produce, package and supply high quality, ready to eat, nutritious Indian foods. The company was founded by Vijai and Jyoti Gupta. Equipped with a graduate degree in Nutrition, Jyoti developed vegetarian recipes that used only fresh ingredients and no preservatives. She began creating recipes in her kitchen and eventually began mini-batch production with regional co-packers.
What began as a mail order business soon grew into a retail product and Jyoti began making one of the first lines of shelf-stable, ready to eat Indian foods available on grocery shelves in the United States.
La Colombe
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 1994
La Colombe is a leading coffee roaster known for ethical, long-term trade practices with growers and is considered one of the pioneers of third wave coffee.
In addition to its 30 cafes, it provides signature classic blends and exceptional single-origin coffees to cafés, hotels, restaurants and retailers around the world and has made headlines in the ready-to-drink business with its Draft Latte and cold brew.
Maplehofe Dairy Farms
Started in Quarryville, PA in 1974
The Maplehofe story began with the Glick family farm, developed in 1948 by Aaron and Susie Glick. They built the existing Quarryville store and the original processing plant in 1974 to meet the growing demand for their farm fresh milk and eggs.
All of their milk is free of any added rBST growth hormone. Their Holstein cows feed on harvested homegrown crops ensuring the best nutritional intake.
They are deeply grateful for the relationships they have with individuals, families and businesses in Lancaster and beyond.
Mac Mart
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2013
Mac Mart debuted on the streets of Drexel’s campus in 2013. Without much experience running her own business let alone a food truck, Marti Lieberman was determined to succeed. Shortly after opening, Lieberman brought on two people to complete her team; her sister, Pamela, and her husband, Garrett. The bright pink truck became an instant hit at private affairs, night markets, and food festivals. Mac Mart built up quite a following. With a large social media presence all over the globe and constantly selling out of the famous Mac and Cheese, Mac Mart figured it was high time to open its first flagship store in its hometown of Philly. Mac Mart opened its doors in Rittenhouse in 2016.
moji masala
Started in New York, NY in 2020
(and is now in Philadelphia, PA)
moji masala is the culinary brainchild of husband and wife team, JD Walsh and Shireen Qadri. While both loved and craved authentic Indian cuisine, neither had time to prepare a traditional home-cooked Kashmiri meal at the end of a busy workday — so they came up with the idea for moji masala!
moji masala makes authentic Indian cooking at home easy and approachable! Their fresh, premeasured spice blends save time and take the guesswork out of Indian cooking by sharing simple authentic recipes alongside pre-measured spices.
Mojo’s Pop Co.
Started in West Chester, PA in 2014
MoJo's Toffee Popcorn was created in the early 1990's in a small kitchen of a growing family. Maureen, AKA "Mojo", a self-proclaimed popcorn nut with a sweet tooth, set out to satisfy her craving. The result was a crisp buttery toffee lightly coating tender popcorn with sliced almonds. In 2014 Mojo's Pop Co. was officially "open for business".
She sources Non GMO popcorn from Lancaster County, PA, uses quality all natural ingredients, and chef inspired variations to create a Gourmet Toffee Corn that is nothing you've ever tasted! Currently she is popping at the Artisan Exchange in West Chester, Pa packaging each piece of popcorn with care into signature gift bags.
Moshe's Foods
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2015
Moshe's Foods offers delicious, ready-to-eat, all-natural plant-based foods, prepared with love by talented chefs. Since Chef Moshe first launched the operations in Philadelphia in 1995, they have been bringing the highest quality in clean-label convenient foods inspired in traditional Mediterranean Cuisine.
They are operated by highly trained and talented chefs who assure every item is perfect and delicious!
Mother Butter
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2021
Mother Butter was founded by a mother named Kristin who hoped to sneak essential nutrients into fellow women's bodies in an easy, snackable way.
A Drexel University alum, Kristin brought her initial concept to the Drexel Food Science Lab and, along with the Nutrition department, they developed what is now Mother Butter: a heart healthy and crave-able seed butter spread that is nut free and healthy for the whole family!
Nourish Juice Bar
Started in Kennett Square, PA in 2013
Nourish Juice Bar's delicious juices are pressed at their farmhouse kitchen facility in Kennett Square, PA using the professional grade Goodnature X-1 juicer.
They understand a good juice starts with good agriculture, and that quality organic ingredients make the best tasting juices.
Supporting local farmers and small business is a part of their mission and lifestyle, but they take it a step further: Nourish is USDA Certified Organic, Non-GMO, and the only Certified B Corp cold pressed juice company in the United States.
Nutty Novelties
Started in Souderton, PA in 2012
In 2012, Nutty Novelties started as a family-owned and operated buildyour- own trail mix bar at the Lansdale Farmers' Market. Following a suggestion from a friend, they quickly began producing natural nut butters.
Today, they specialize in low-sugar, high-protein nut butters from simple, minimal ingredients.
Nutty Novelties is proud to work with small, local and independent retailers in the Philadelphia region.
OX Coffee
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2013
OX Coffee is an independent, specialty coffee shop and roaster in Philadelphia founded by two friends.
They are committed to providing outstanding coffee with a focus on high-quality coffee beans that are harvested, processed, and roasted using sustainable, organic practices.
OX is driven to be a positive force within the community through spotlighting local vendors, artists, and musicians, in addition to providing educational opportunities to further lay the foundation for a coffee-loving culture in the city.
Philly Fair Trade Roasters
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2010
In 2010, Philly Fair Trade Roasters started as an activist coffee company supporting at-risk groups and working hand-in-hand with local food suppliers, especially food cooperatives. Their goal was to provide organic, locally roasted, fair trade coffee options to restaurants across Philadelphia.
Today, Philly Fair Trade Roasters prides itself on being the only coffee available in all of the city's food co-ops.
Philly Nuts
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2019
Working in both the design and culinary industries, Doug Perry ventured out to create something creative and fun to snack on. Philly Nuts began in the Fall of 2019 at beer festivals and Christmas Village.
After that, they moved their efforts into Farmers Markets from Pennsylvania to Jersey Shore. Now Philly Nuts can be found in stores, colleges, ice cream shops, and restaurants!
In Doug's words, "Philly Nuts is our Jawn… We are Nuts about this town and Philly Nuts is a snack that we all can share together!"
Poi Dog
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2021
Kiki Aranita spent seven years as cochef and owner of Poi Dog, a restaurant and catering company that served Hawaii’s local food. She closed its doors in July 2020 but has kept the brand alive in large-scale pop ups and retail sauces.
In 2021, Kiki launched her line of retail sauces rooted in Poi Dog’s Hawaii-style cuisine. Poi Dog's flavors draw from the influences of the Chinese, Filipino, Japanese and Portuguese workers who brought their cuisines to the islands' sugarcane and pineapple plantations, eventually melding them together to form Hawaii's local food.
Kiki's goals are to celebrate the underrepresented cuisines of multicultural origins and collaborate with other chefs.
Poppa's Custard Company
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2020
Poppa’s Custard Company makes premium, restaurant-quality chilled dessert custard. The company was founded in Philadelphia in 2020 as the Johnson family, like many others, grappled with the impact of the pandemic. Pooling their resources, culinary talents, and business acumen, they sought to share their simple, homemade recipes with the public.
All of Poppa's custards are free from gluten, soy, peanuts, and tree nuts. They make both traditional dairy and vegan products, so there is something for everyone to enjoy!
Poppa’s Custard Company is a proud Black and majority women-owned family business.
Pretzel Pete, Inc. is a family-owned, Hatboro, PA USA based manufacturer of value-added pretzel products. We have carefully developed our product line to deliver products that go beyond just great taste. Our emphasis on clean labels, locally sourced ingredients and allergen safe production results in snacks that your customers will feel good indulging in and serving to their family and friends.
Rowhouse Grocery
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2018
Rowhouse Grocery is a corner store located at 17th & McKean in South Philadelphia. Their goal is to bring fresh produce and groceries to the neighborhood at a price that is accessible to the whole community.
The in-house kitchen allows them to not only make delicious sandwiches and salads daily, but also to cut down on food waste and provide nutritious meal options at a low cost.
The three owners are long-term residents of the neighborhood and are excited to provide a space for neighbors to gather and shop or take a class!
Simply Ghee
Started in Lancaster, PA in 2013
Back in 2013, Simply Ghee co-founders Nancy Rohrer and Bev Martin (aka The Ghee Gals) played with the idea of making ghee because residing in Lancaster County there was a plethora of dairy farms. Ghee was a best kept secret then. This nutrient-dense and healthy fat tasted so good the pull towards making ghee more mainstream to use in everyday cooking became clear. So in a very small shared kitchen, the first batch of 8 cases was made to sell at a local event and the rest is history. Often heard, “Why is your ghee taste so delicious compared to others I’ve tried?” The answer! It’s all about the butter. When you have only ONE ingredient, it must be the best!
Always Grassfed. Eternally Grass Roots.
Small Town Cultures
Started in Keene, NY in 2017
Small Town Cultures is a family-based fermentation company located in the Adirondacks. About a decade ago, founder Cori found herself chronically ill with an autoimmune disease. A myriad of medications and intolerable side effects ensued, and she knew there had to be a better way. Wild fermentation and a deeper understanding of the gut biome held the key. Cori is no longer sick and is constantly wowed by the powerful unseen world of probiotic microbes.
Small Town Cultures was born out of this experience. They are passionate about sharing their all-natural, handcrafted gourmet preserves. Their goal is to make healthy plant-based ferments that you and your body will crave.
Ultimo Coffee
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2009
Ultimo Coffee is committed to brewing the best coffee they can while serving and getting to know their fantastic neighborhood. They are passionate about coffee, service, & quality, and feel privileged & grateful to be able to bring you those things.
Ultimo Coffee was one of the first specialty coffee shops to open in Philadelphia, and they are very proud to be part of the vibrant and extensive coffee community that has since blossomed in the city.
Each quarter of the year, they donate 5% of their net profits to organizations/causes that are important to them.
Vamo Coffee
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2020
As a specialty coffee roasting company, Vamo Coffee focuses on sourcing high quality coffees from all around the world. Vamo ensures that farmers and producers get paid properly for their labor by always paying premium prices well above commodity-market. They strongly believe in fair and sustainable business practices as the core of a great company.
Vamo Coffee is passionate about delivering delicious tasting coffees. They are nerds and enthusiasts who are obsessed with the craft and science of coffee roasting and brewing. They are delighted to offer amazing coffees to the Philly community and beyond.
Yalla Oats
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2022
You can finally have dessert for breakfast without the guilt. Yalla Oats crafts wild and delicious overnight oatmeals that are 100% plant-based, high in protein, and have no artificial flavors or sweeteners. Each bite delivers a healthy spoonful of fruit, seeds, and nuts to power your morning and keep you full until lunch.
Yalla Oats is focused on helping people eat real food that tastes real good. Each serving is handmade in Philadelphia in small batches.
Try favorites like Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal and Cranberry Almond Oatmeal.
Bandit
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2019
Bandit (formally Conscious Culture) is cheese made from plants.
They had their first popup at Rebel Yoga in Philly in late March of 2019, followed by a popup at V Marks the Shop later that spring and summer, then popups in Brooklyn twice a month. Since then, their wholesale business set up shop in the BOK building in South Philly.
Bandit crafts delicious plant based nourishment for the benefit of their community, their enthusiasts, and their family.
Griggstown Farm
Started in Princeton, NJ in 1975
George Rude began by raising a handful of quail on two acres of a farm located in Princeton, N.J. By 1992, the farm had grown to over 65 acres raising pheasants, quail, chickens and, when in season, Mallard and Muscovy ducks, turkeys, and partridge.
All the birds are all natural (free of growth hormones and antibiotics) and cage free without overcrowding.
The farm houses a USDA processing plant that processes poultry five days a week. Deliveries to distributors and restaurants are made fresh every day.
Martin's Specialty Sausage Company
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 1986
In 1986 in Philadelphia's Reading Terminal Market, Martin's Specialty Sausage Company started their small, family-owned business selling fresh specialty sausages.
Today, they employ more than 50 employees and operate out of Mickleton, NJ. Martin's only uses high-quality, antibiotic-free whole ingredients to create fresh sausages ready to cook.
They pride themselves on their topnotch customer service, food preparation safety, and unique recipes that leave customers coming back for more.
Samuels Seafood Co
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 1987
In 1987, Samuels Seafood Co started delivering fresh seafood from around the world to Philadelphia and the Mid-Atlantic.
Now, still family-owned and three generations later, they pride themselves on serving the best seafood in town, with the best delivery options and in-house customer service that goes the extra mile.
Their prepared foods are often locally sourced and prepared by experienced chefs, which means it is always fresh.
Stryker Farm
Started in Saylorsburg, PA in 2010
Established in 2010, Stryker Farm is a pasture-based livestock farm situated between the Lehigh Valley and Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania.
The farm operates on the principle that all animals are entitled to fresh air, sunshine, and plenty of open space. They do not apply synthetic fertilizers, herbicides, or pesticides to their land and do not administer hormones or antibiotics to their animals.
When you purchase from Stryker Farm you are helping support a more natural and humane method of livestock husbandry.
Third Wheel Cheese Co.
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2018
In 2018, Third Wheel Cheese Co. started aggregating and selling local dairy farm products to Philadelphia restaurants and retailers.
Today, they represent 22 dairy and artisan cheese makers from Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Working with both farms and farmsteads, all of Third Wheel's partners are practicing humane and sustainable farming techniques.
Together, they support the preservation and growth of thoughtful Mid-Atlantic farms and cheesemakers.
Honey Brook Farm Collective
Started in Honey Brook, PA in 2014
The Honey Brook Harvest Collective was envisioned in 2014 as a partnership between several farmers in Honey Brook, PA and Philly Foodworks. Farmers were able to bring a diversity of products to a single location to have it aggregated and brought into the city. Eventually this hub grew to include more farmers, a larger range of products, and a greater emphasis on farmer needs. Honey Brook Harvest Collective supports their farmers in a myriad of ways, handling marketing, aggregation & logistics, consulting on growing practices, soil health, and quality standards. They connect them with the support they need while making sure they are able to run a sustainable business earning what they deserve.
Lancaster Farm Fresh Co-op
Started in Lancaster, PA in 2006
Lancaster Farm Fresh Co-op is a nonprofit organic farmer's cooperative of over 100 family farmers headquartered in Lancaster County, PA. They focus on creating healthy, high quality, and fresh foods from their highly maintained and enriched soils on their small-scale family farms.
The produce sold through LFFC is certified organic unless otherwise noted. They support farmers that are looking to make their farms sustainable. When you purchase LFFC products you can be confident that you will receive the freshest farm products, raised humanely, with consideration for the land, animals, and people.
Mycopolitan Mushroom Co.
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2014
Mycopolitan is Philadelphia's mushroom farm.
They strive to grow the very best, delicious, and beautiful chemical-free mushrooms for chefs and home cooks in the Delaware Valley. Being situated within the city allows them to deliver almost immediately after harvest to ensure the freshness and quality that only a hyper-local farm can provide.
They strive for ecological sustainability, and they work with fungi to regenerate soil and economic value within the city. They support curious people of all ages with the tools and information they need to cultivate a relationship with fungi so that we can build a brighter future together.
The Common Market
Started in Philadelphia, PA in 2008
The Common Market is a nonprofit regional food distributor with a mission to connect communities with good food from sustainable family farms. They strive to improve food security, farm viability, and community and ecological health. In 2003, co-founders Tatiana Garcia-Granados and Haile Johnston started the East Park Revitalization Alliance (EPRA) with a goal of making their Strawberry Mansion neighborhood a healthier one.
Since 2008, The Common Market has delivered local food for the common good throughout the Mid-Atlantic, giving communities access to food sourced from more than 50 sustainable family farms, all located within 250 miles or less from its Philadelphia warehouse.
Lancaster Farmacy
Started in Lancaster, PA in 2009
Lancaster Farmacy grows certified organic medicinal herbs, flowers and produce. They hand craft small batched herbal remedies. Lancaster Farmacy empowers others to reclaim their health through the ancient knowledge of natural healing traditions of whole foods and herbs.
The company was founded in 2009 by Elisabeth Weaver and Casey Spacht. Having experienced the healing power of herbs themselves, they were inspired to grow and share high quality herbs and products. They are not only farmers but stewards of the land and value small scale farming, bioregionalism, regenerative organic agriculture, sustainability, women in farming & community education.
Oma Herbal Teas
Started in Schwenksville, PA in 2015
Since 2015, Oma Herbal Teas has remained a family-owned and operated business based in Schwenksville.
Their mission is to grow high-quality herbs that promote health, healing, and well-being. They produce medicinal herbs, primarily for flavorful tea blends and tinctures. With their compost, deep mulch, zero tillage, beneficial plantings, and solarization practices, Oma creates a buzzing ecosystem on their farm that leaves the earth tea-ming with life.
Wild Kingdom Extracts
Started in East Stroudsburg, PA in 2019
Wild Kingdom sustainably harvests wild foods from the heart of the Pocono Mountains of PA. They create the highest quality extracts without exploiting natural ecosystems or leaving a devastating carbon footprint.
Their product line is mostly sourced within a forty mile radius. Giving back to the natural world is at the heart of what they do. They want to nurture connections between communities and their local lands, and generate passion for protecting the land. That is why they partnered with OneTreePlanted, an organization that shares their dedication to forest restoration worldwide. As a proud reforestation partner, every sale generates a donation to plant trees in devastated areas throughout the planet.